WPL 2027: Top five most expensive players sold in auction
Sophie Molineux becomes the most expensive player in the WPL 2027 auction.
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) fifth season will begin on January 14, 2027. The five franchises are gearing up for the upcoming season.
The WPL 2027 auction took place on October 28 in Kochi, where all five teams acquired players as per their requirements. The five teams have collectively signed 25 players; 2 slots remained vacant.
Australia captain Sophie Molineux emerged as the most expensive player at the WPL 2027 auction, joining UP Warriorz for ₹1.10 crore. India batter Kiran Navgire was the second-most expensive buy, as Delhi Capitals secured her services for ₹75 lakh.
With the WPL 2027 auction now concluded, here are the five most expensive players.
Most expensive players in the WPL 2027 auction
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5. Grace Harris – ₹30 lakh (UP Warriorz)
UP Warriorz signed Australian all-rounder Grace Harris for ₹30 lakh. She was among several players who were bought at this price during the auction. Harris can contribute with both bat and ball, giving the Warriorz another option as they prepare for WPL 2027.
4. Jess Jonassen – ₹40 lakh (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru signed Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen for ₹40 lakh. RCB made their first purchase quite some time after the auction began.
Jonassen’s left-arm spin and batting ability give RCB another experienced overseas option for the upcoming season.
3. Gunalan Kamalini – ₹40 lakh (Gujarat Giants)
Gujarat Giants signed young Indian wicketkeeper-batter Gunalan Kamalini for ₹40 lakh, matching her base price. Kamalini will get the opportunity to showcase her skills alongside experienced players in the Gujarat Giants team and further improve her game.
2. Kiran Navgire – ₹75 lakh (Delhi Capitals)
Indian batter Kiran Navgire became the second-most expensive player at the auction after Delhi Capitals bought her for ₹75 lakh. Her base price was ₹40 lakh, but bidding increased after Mumbai Indians’ interest.
Navgire is known for her power-hitting ability and will look to make an impact with Delhi Capitals in the upcoming season.
1. Sophie Molineux – ₹1.10 crore (UP Warriorz)
Sophie Molineux is the most expensive player of the WPL 2027 auction. UP Warriorz signed the Australian all-rounder for ₹1.10 crore. Royal Challengers Bengaluru also showed their interest in her before UP Warriorz won the bidding contest.
Molineux previously played for RCB and was part of their title-winning campaign in the 2024 season. The left-arm spinner and left-handed batter brings international experience and leadership to the UP Warriorz squad.
Who was the most expensive player in the WPL 2027 auction?
Sophie Molineux was the most expensive player in the WPL 2027 auction. UP Warriorz signed the Australian all-rounder for ₹1.10 crore.
Which team bought Sophie Molineux in the WPL 2027 auction?
UP Warriorz bought Sophie Molineux for ₹1.10 crore, making her the highest-priced player at the auction.
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